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Broome County Landfill Expansion

Broome County Department of Solid Waste $7 million Broome County, NYPDF Download

Overview

This landfill expansion for Broome County Department of Solid
Waste was designed to help the county meet current needs and
seamlessly expand for the future. The new facility, located
across from the existing county landfill, features a large
12.5-acre cell.

Challenge

Different operations were performed
simultaneously, making coordination
critical in the process. Highlights of
the project included excavating more
than 900,000 yards of material in
three months; screening clay from
on-site soil to use for the clay
portion of the plastic and
clay liner system; and installing two 2-million gallon leachate
storage tanks. Operations were closely monitored by theon-site
inspecting engineering firm, with routine visits by NYS
Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC).

Solution

Because of the complexity and timetable of the project, we had
up to 25 personnel on site and as many as 30 pieces of heavy
equipment. In addition to expanding the landfill for current
needs, we also put infrastructure in place for future cell
expansion. According to DEC regulations, we constructed a
1.5-acre wetlands on the site, with plantings selected to
retain water.

Result

The challenging nature of the project brought out the best in
our team and its creative approach to landfill technology. The
Broome County Landfill Expansion project is a prime example of
client and company working together to accomplish a series of
complex tasks in an efficient and professional manner.

“The expansion
required that
we move
900,000 cubic
yards of dirt in
three months.”

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Our Mission

Since 1958, this family-owned business has satisfied customers with its dedication to the project, its emphasis on safety, and its ability to take on big challenges while getting the job done responsibly, on budget, and within the timeframe.